water-repellent
adjective
wa·ter-re·pel·lent
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈpe-lənt 
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-
: treated with a finish that is resistant but not impervious to penetration by water
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The body of the shoes are made from sugarcane EVA, which is both sustainable and water-repellent, and cushioning at the heel straps keeps chafing at bay, even upon first wear.
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Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2024
Safe for kids and pets, Leather Honey soaks into leather’s pores, hydrating the individual fibers of the leather and providing a water-repellent barrier that prolongs its life.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024
The water-repellent fabric and sturdy outsoles also held up well throughout the testing period.
—Trina Gray, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Enter: the Base Camp Duffel, a rugged, water-repellent travel bag that’s built to withstand the elements — and TSA.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2024
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Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2024
Safe for kids and pets, Leather Honey soaks into leather’s pores, hydrating the individual fibers of the leather and providing a water-repellent barrier that prolongs its life.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024
The water-repellent fabric and sturdy outsoles also held up well throughout the testing period.
—Trina Gray, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Enter: the Base Camp Duffel, a rugged, water-repellent travel bag that’s built to withstand the elements — and TSA.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2024
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